New Year’s celebrations in America’s New Orleans city turned into mourning when a truck ran over the crowd and attacked. Officials said the attacker turned his vehicle towards the crowd and drove away, mowing down the people. 15 people died in this attack, while more than 30 people were injured.
Fear of terrorist attack due to discovery of ISIS flag
- Police said that from the attacker’s truck Flag of terrorist organization ISIS More weapons have been recovered.
- After this the FBI terrorist attack Considering this, investigation has been started.
- Officials say that there may be terrorist intentions behind this incident.
Identification of attacker and death in encounter
- identity of the attacker 42 year old Shamsuddin Jabbar Has happened as.
- He American citizen of Texas And was a former army soldier.
- Jabbar in Houston real estate agent And IT specialist Also worked as.
- after the attack Bourbon Street in the French Quarter But he died in an encounter with the police.
- The FBI said Jabbar’s truck Islamic State flag After the discovery, the investigation has been intensified.
Reaction of President Joe Biden and Donald Trump
Joe Biden:
- us President joe biden Condemned the attack, saying:
- “This attack is being classified as terrorism. The FBI is investigating this.
- I express my condolences to the victims and their families.
- There is no place for violence of any kind in America. We will not tolerate attacks on any of our communities.”
Donald Trump:
- former President donald trump Said:
- “The entry of criminals into the country is increasing and action is not being taken against it. This situation is intolerable.”
Possible motive behind the attack
According to the FBI, there is a suspicion that the attack may have links with a terrorist organization.
- by truck ISIS flag After the discovery and recovery of weapons, the scope of investigation has been expanded.
- The agencies are deeply investigating Jabbar’s contacts and activities.
